Passover is here, and by all accounts, this year’s celebration will be a lot different than most years’. Like every year, we’ll gather around the seder table with family and friends. But this year, so many will be missing from the table. This year, we’ll save empty seats for hostages […]
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Chag Sameach! The holiday of Passover is here to remind us of the blessing of freedom…bringing with it some darn good music. The songs of the seder are simply legendary, with melodies that just about everyone knows and loves. But when your favorite Israeli singers bring their own unique styles […]
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Moments before the start of Passover 2023, Ishay Ribo presents his list of reasons why he’s proud to be a Jew – and an Israeli. With strong echoes of the traditional melody of “Ma Nishtana” (the Four Questions) throughout, Ishay’s new song “Ani Shayach La’am” (I Belong To The Nation) […]
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Pesach is a glorious time to be in Israel! The weather is (usually) great. The atmosphere is (usually) positive and upbeat. And the food? Glorious, despite the restrictions of the holiday. And with most of the country off from work all week, Israel’s musicians take the opportunity to come out […]
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We had the seder, drank the four cups of wine, and ate more matza in two days than our digestive system could handle. But with several days of Passover remaining, it’s not too late for a bit of Passover inspiration – especially from our men and women in green. Why […]
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Welcome to Pesach 2021 – Israeli style! As you’re cooking, cleaning, preparing, and starting to tear your hair out, allow us to help you relax and unwind with your favorite Israeli music for Passover. We’re also proud to feature much of the amazing music from last year’s Pesach celebration…by all […]
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The creativity coming out of Israel in the days of Corona has been nothing short of amazing. Despite the challenges of gathering in person, Israeli artists have collaborated online like never before, and the musical results are breathtaking. This week, Israel Hour Radio looks at the Israeli music of Passover […]
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Who Knows One is one of the most-beloved seder songs in the entire Haggadah. Sure, it signifies the end (almost) of a very long night…but its easy-to-learn melody and repetitive lyrics also make it a lot of fun to sing. But Passover 2020 was, indeed, different from all other nights. […]
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The Coronavirus outbreak has brought fear, uncertainty, loneliness, isolation, and hardship to the world in recent weeks, with no relief expected anytime soon. Israeli society, in particular, has taken a major hit. Restrictions in Israel are among the toughest in the world, with a large percentage of the population suddenly […]
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Getting ready for Passover? We’ll keep you company with the perfect blend of Pesach music and new Israeli music. Featured this week: Eyal Golan, Omer Adam, Eden Ben Zaken, Tipex, and many more! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOW ON ITUNES! CLICK HERE.If you enjoy our show, please consider leaving a review […]
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